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Halothane
INFORMATION ABOUT HALOTHANE
Halothane Uses
Halothane is used for general Anaesthesia.
How Halothane works
Halothane is a general anaesthetic. It works by causing reversible loss of consciousness. This allows surgical procedures to be carried out without pain and distress.
Common side effects of Halothane
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Nausea, Vomiting, Slow heart rate, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Elevations of aminotransferases
CONTENT DETAILS
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Written By
Dr. Swati Mishra
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
04 Dec 2024 | 05:40 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Halothane
- Halothane is given by a vaporizer under the supervision of a doctor only.
- Your doctor will monitor you regularly for blood pressure, pulse rate and heartbeat during the treatment.
- It makes you feel sleepy. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Halothane affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
Frequently asked questions for Halothane
Yes, Halothane is still used as a safe anesthetic drug in many parts of the world
Halothane is potent inflammable nor explosive inhalational anaesthetic.